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Date:         Fri, 28 Jun 2002 13:06:30 -0400
Reply-To:     "Chris S." <MrVolkswagen@HOTMAIL.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         "Chris S." <MrVolkswagen@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Radiator Design
Comments: To: Darren <dfazio@BELLSOUTH.NET>
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> It was my understanding that the engine be allowed to idle for a minute
> before shutting off after a long trip for cooling reasons.  If no
> coolant is flowing at idle then there is no reason to do this.  Is this
> necessary?


Oh yeah.  The idling period is necessary after high-speed driving, like my
75 to 80 MPH cruise, to remove excess heat from the heads and prevent heat
soak.  This idling period usually happens as I pull off the interstate and
meander to a gas station.  I figure 3 minutes after getting off the
interstate is enough.


Chris,


'85 Westy
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